Bad experience. After saying twice our food was almost here, and apologized for it, the waiter came by again and asked us what we ordered again because "the kitchen is backed up". Dude couldn't own up that he lost our order. Then when it did come one of the three orders was wrong. One of the chairs legs was broken too. I've heard good things and maybe this was a one time thing, but this was a fucking terrible experience. Also side note---the el pastor taco is trash, avoid it! read more

The Carne Asada salad and fresh guacamole were great and Justin gave us great service.

From the minute you pull up in front of the restaurant your experience starts. The fresh colors & attention to details for out side seating lend to welcoming you inside. I walked in the door and immediately was pleased by the aroma of the food being prepared in the kitchen. I was greeted by smiling hostess's who had no issues with my request to sit in the main dining area. The menu is extensive not only with food but with amazing drink options as well I had the shrimp ceviche along with a carnitas taco I simply couldn't decide between the two, I was happy I did. I was equally amazed at the flavors of the two distinctive choices. Freshly made tortillas wrapped around the perfectly cooked carnitas were to die for. I was full but didn't turn down the dessert menu where I picked the churros that laid on a bed of Carmel & pecans next to a scoop of vanilla Ben's ice cream. One word HEAVENLY! The food was outstanding and complimented by Missy the server she was personable, professional and attentive. She definitely made the dining experience complete. read more

Once again we went to the fabulous Barrio Queen in Desert Ridge, AZ. Victor S. was our host, and did a phenomenal job! Everything was perfect, our meal was delicious! We are so frequent that the staff is beginning to know us by name! Kudo's to the Manager's for a very well trained staff, and exceptional service! Mike and Jan.....(Local's) P.S. Just a quick suggestion to add ~ the restaurant was uncomfortably warm today. (Sunday afternoon) It would be nicer if it had been a little cooler. read more

The food was delicious! I had the Poblano Enchiladas and really enjoyed! I'd recommend this place

Love the food! Great happy hour and awesome staff. Anthony is super fast and friendly getting your cocktails ready. Get the elote!!! You won't be sorry read more

Our second date night and I was not disappointed with Barrio Queen. We arrived right on time to enjoy their happy hour specials. Happy hour is from Monday to Friday, 5 PM to 7 PM. We ordered 2 shots of tequila, margarita, taquitos, elote entero and a quesadilla. We were stuffed and enjoyed everything ordered. I loved the theme throughout the restaurant as well as the music. Definitely coming back! Nos encantó todo volveremos! read more

Food was great, service was even better! Angel is my favorite server! He was kind, funny, and prompt.

First Time here and put it in our favorites folder! Had the Puerco Verde app which was a meal in itself, just like what we cook at home without the 12 hour wait! Sonoran hotdog deluxe was great, quality hotdog and cooked right without being a mess! Wife had the California Enchiladas and they were fantastic! Service was excellent and patio was packed without being obnoxious and noisy! If you haven't tried it yet, give it a go, we are happy we finally did! read more

Barrio Queen - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Sat at the bar 2 bartenders lunch time both bartenders had an attitude as if I was inconveniencing them from their duties of chopping lines and other bar tending duties. It was interesting to see how they would walk by people and ignore them unless the customer flagged them down. Not sitting at the bar next time. Food was great as always. read more

Our first time here and many kinks need to be worked out. We were a large party and the head of our group showed up an hour early to reserve our table. They inadvertently gave our table away so we had to wait longer. That wouldn't have been as big a problem but the time spent on the patio would have been great had the server offered drinks for happy hour. He didn't discuss the drinks with the group that arrived early and by the time he made it back to our table he wouldn't accommodate us since it was 6:02. Once we finally got seated it took another hour before our frazzled server took our order. One of the girls in our party moved to a different chair which totally threw him off course. His english wasn't very good and didn't seem to know the menu well. Our orders were messed up and when trying to present us with the food he kept asking "did you order the..." name of the dish? All we knew how to answer was with "chicken or beef tacos". We complained early on and were granted tableside quac which was good but not enough for our party so we kept asking for more. One was prepared spicier than the other. I guess no two are alike. The prices were a bit high for what you get. The live music so loud it's impossible to have a conversation. I hope they work on service because if you have time this might be a try on a special occasion place for Mexican food. read more

Amazing atmosphere and great place for a date night! We got some tequila shots, margaritas and amazing happy hour items. Definitely going back there! read more

Great Mexican food and nice colorful atmosphere. There was a line out the door so we knew it would be good. We had the table side guacamole and it was fantastic. They put all the usual ingredients an an top it off with a handful of pomegranate seeds. Carne Asada plate was tasty. We will be back for sure. read more

Amazing Mexican hot chocolate with tequila!! That was the best part. Plus pet friendly patio and yummy drinks and guacamole. Will be back! read more

Barrio Queen - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I tried the original Barrio Cafe a few weeks ago and ordered the Suiza enchiladas. Some of the best enchiladas I ever had! The white meat chicken was beyond tender and the blanco type sauce they put it in added a smooth zest. I ordered the suiza enchiladas at this location and was disappointed. Although the chicken was tender, it was dark meat and for $18 that, too me, is overpriced. The smooth zest from the blanco sauce was replaced with a tart tomatillo sauce. If you do not mind dark meat then you may like them better than me. So why 3 stars? The nachos chingones were excellent and the curbside service was outstanding. I would most likely not go back for an entree but rather just the nachos or other appetizers. read more

I like this place. Margaritas taste great and food is great. I know people say it is a chain but it tastes better than a chain. Their patio is also great and service is always good. read more

I had the chance to check out Barrio Queen last night when meeting Jim and Twyla for an impromptu meal. After a typically circuitous round of finding a parking spot at Desert Ridge's always annoying configuration, eventually pulling the motorcycle up onto the sidewalk, I joined them at a table out on the crowded patio. Chips and salsa were soon enjoyed ( the chips have a nice texture and flavor to them ) and a very good margarita soon arrived. We all opted for some street tacos, in my case, quoting the menu here: a Barrio Pollo ( Spice-rubbed chicken, caramelized onions and roasted poblano peppers in a spicy piñon cream sauce. Topped with queso fresco ), a Camaron ( Negra Modelo beer-battered shrimp. Topped with cabbage, homemade pico de gallo, queso fresco and Barrio aioli sauce ) and finally the Pescado ( same as the Camaron, but with beer battered fish instead of shrimp ). All were very tasty if a little flimsy-feeling in terms of handling. I'll be back to sample some different items to enjoy, as there are quite a few selections, which I like. Our server was very helpful and friendly, as were the other staff who brought out various items when our waiter was busy with other customers. When we were almost done someone stopped by to ask how everything was and thanked us for coming. I'll say, for a Tuesday night it was quite busy ( granted, the Thanksgiving holiday is upon us ) but I don't think we ever felt neglected. The atmosphere was good, the many other patrons all seemed to be enjoying the place and it is a good bet we'll be back again soon. Give it a try. read more

I was contacted by mgt asking for my phone and email address as they didn't want anyone to have a bad experience. I expected to hear from someone once I provided my info as of today there has been no contact from them. -0- stars for customer follow up. read more

This is a new restaurant in Desert Ridge mall, It looked crowded and beautiful from outside with Blue lighting and Blue Umbrellas. We decided to go for a Saturday Lunch, we were told wait time is 1 hour or more, we decided to skip and try different restaurant, we then went again and there was 1.5 hour wait again. Seeing the popularity i was curious to try it at least once and decided to go on Sunday evening, it was way less crowded. I ordered Chips and Salsa, Chips was so oily haven't had so much oil in chips anytime ever. Also i asked for a side of guacamole, the waitress said they don't have side if Guacamole they only have huge portion of guac which is around $15(not worth for 2 people). I finally ordered the tacos, shrimp, fish and chicken, I found the tacos less spicy, tasteless, very simple nothing special. Overall not amused by this place. Will not try this place again!! read more

One of the best happy hours! Great green chili pork. One of the only places in town to get your guacamole made tableside excellent read more

Angel Q is the best! Thanks for making my mother-in-law's 79th birthday extra special with a birthday song!

As a Jersey Boy...no sugar coating...I speak right between the eyes... Now...Start to finish on Barrio Queen at Desert Ridge ... If you like those thick chips and very bland salsa...good because that's what your gonna get and I had to ask a waiter for them. My family I all love Street Tacos but let's start with the drinks... 8 bucks for a weak, over-iced house margarita...please...I asked for light ice...and got more...I told the waiter...no reaction, so I went to beer. As for the tacos...when hungry they go down...but the authentic Mexican flavors are not there... Service in general seems very disorganized.. Love the art work and Day of the Dead Glasses and Mugs for sale...but we're there for great Mexican food & drink and at a fair price...right? Now...there is a killer Taco Spot in downtown Phx that I will drive twice as far for street tacos and real drinks from now on...oh...what Taco place do I mean?...I get into YES...you will get my spot for this and other restaurants and businesses. read more

Excellent Mexican Food, consistently very good. Always goid service. I love the burritos, enchiladas and Tacos

Nothing special here folks! The range of vegetarian options is very limited. I ordered a veggie taco, and it ended up tasting more like a salad :( However, the fries and the churro really saved the meal! They were spectacular :) Additionally, the overall vibes of this place are very calming and pleasing! If i could I'd give this place a 3.5 instead of a 3! Definitely not the best mexican food I've had but definitely not the worst! read more

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Be sure to ask for Angel if you want an incredible experience and exceptional service! He goes above and beyond!

Came to Scottsdale for the first time and tried Barrio queen for lunch and i have to say, it was AMAZING! I live in San Antonio, Texas so it is hard to impress me with Tex mex cuisine, but barrio Queen was incredible. The tacos were so fresh and full of flavor. There were unique flavors including many fried egg options which I'm always a fan of! The margaritas were also very delicious and fresh. They used lime instead of a mix which always makes the world of a difference. Me and my girls had two margs each and were feeling great! The chips and salsa were great, you can definitely get full on them though read more

Barrio Queen - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This is a great happy hour spot! It feels like a party the moment you walk in , especially if you go on a Friday . They have live music and cute bright Mexican decor all over. They have a good selection of appetizers and drinks on their happy hour menu . My favorite are the margaritas ! They also have a large patio to sit in, in case the wait inside is too long . The tacos are 4.50 each (too steep in my opinion) or you can have 3 for $12. The tacos are tasty : juicy meat with the classic double tortilla , I think it would be perfect if they were on the happy hour menu. Their guacamole has a twist ; it has pomegranate . I won't say it's my favorite but it does add a different little touch to the classic Mexican dip. Also, another cool thing about this guacamole is that it gets made at your table, so you're able to customize it to your liking . It's nice for people who may want to leave something out or if you're like me , "add extra EVERYTHING to the guacamole please ". I'd have to say that out of everything I've tried , my favorite dish is an appetizer: the barrio papas with corn . these are AMAZING ! The French fries are topped with your choice of meat and street corn mayo cheese lime chili on top . And if you're looking to seal the deal with some dessert they have a big selection to choose from , my favorite one is the churros with ice cream . DELICIOSO! read more

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Spend my birthday at the barrio queen and had the best server Angel went above and beyond to make our visit remarkable. The food was delicious as always and I got a song became panchita and had some delicious ice cream. Thank you angel we will be back!!! read more

Hands down the best. Megan the bartender knows what to sip and eat! Outdoor seating, good service. Guac is real good.

Every single time I have been - every single staff member is amazing and they all are so genuinely nice! From the hostess, food runner, server, and anyone who you see - they're happy to be there and want to make sure you enjoy your time there and your meal The Skinny Chola margarita is delicious! If you order the guacamole - they bring a cart out with fresh ingredients and make it right there in front of you! That was super cool! Every single dish I've tried there has been 5 stars! Most recently had a visit and am on a strict food restriction, which I'm still struggling with to find something to eat--- they were able to accommodate my weird request and made it super delicious at the same time! This place has such a relaxing atmosphere - sit outside or inside - outside they have misters or heaters when it gets chilly. There is a reason why there is always a wait --- 5 stars and will always be returning! Thank you for such an awesome restaurant! read more

Delicious tacos. El pastor was amazing. Not the cheapest place, but worth a try and more. read more

Barrio Queen - House marg - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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The absolutely best happy hour!! Bartenders Isaiah and Dustin are so knowledgeable about tequila and make the experience fantastic!!! Will continue to come back!! read more

Great waitress. So helpful and nice. Super busy but the drinks and food came out quickly and correct.

Traveling through Arizona and stopped at this gem! What a treat! From the guacamole that's prepared at your table to the churros, this place is amazing! Tried 5 different tacos, (al pastor takes the prize) and all were on point! Other than being adopted by a Mexican family, this is as good as it gets! Come hungry, grab a Margarita, and sample! Cant go wrong! read more

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Barrio Queen is for white people that want to over pay for shitty "Mexican" food. I get it Jessica, It's better than the Mexican food you had in Seattle, but stop making places like this with mediocre food at best popular here. read more

Food was pretty ok, not impressive remind me of velvet taco, the service from the waiter was quite awkward and very persistent in an uncomfortable way, the environment was nice and clean, very nice decor read more

What a disappointment. The lead question my wife and I asked each other was, "How do you screw up guacamole?" This Barrio Queen location managed to do it. Tasteless and spice-free made with unripe avocados that tasted like nothing. Sadly, the rest of the meal mostly held true. My wife had the elotés to start and said it was quite good. But her entree was lacking. The squash was good, but the beans, rice, and molé were also completely free of taste. I had street carné asada tacos which were okay (@$4 per, "okay" doesn't cut it), accompanied by rice, which was as uninspired as the guacamole. Since they just opened I might try them again in 6 months too see if they get their poop in a group. On the other hand, they've got other locations, so they really ought to have their menu squared away. The atmosphere was not terribly pleasant. It was soulless and corporate. They seem to want me to think that I was in a cool, one of a kind place, and it's decidedly not. Disneyland is less corporate. Applebee's is less corporate. Hell, McDonald's is less corporate. No wonder chef Silvana spilt from these guys. The bright spot was the cocktail my wife had. She said it was delicious. Still, not a good value at half the price. read more

The churros are unreal great. Love the margaritas and atmosphere, definitely will come back and make sure we get dessert first.

Great service Really good food and the ambiance are really good thanks to angel for taking care of us he's friendly

One of my favorite meals I've had. The jalapeño skinny margarita was to die for, and the "healthy options" tacos were out of this world. I had the white fish taco, and the veggie taco which was packed full of veggies. I indulged and had the brisket taco - the flavor was Devine. Will definitely be heading back. Ambiance was unique and the bar was set nicely, with TV's included. Be sure to stop by, well worth the visit!!! read more

Barrio Queen - Delicious, a little spice but very smooth. Out of this world good. - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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